Business Systems Administrator

Do you have experience of developing and administrating an ERP system, ideally within a manufacturing business, and are you someone who relishes a challenge? If this begins to describe you, then a career with award winning Gripple Ltd may be right for you. We are now recruiting an ERP Systems Administrator / Developer to join an expanding, global IT team of 10. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join one of the manufacturing sector’s most exciting and progressive companies as a

Business Systems Administrator

What is the role?Based at the Sheffield head office, you will be reporting to and working with the IT manager to support seven sites across three continents. You will be involved in future implementation projects including full barcode scanning, business intelligence and the addition of a fourth overseas site to the ERP system. Additional, daily tasks will include:

• the support and maintenance of the company’s ERP system (Efacs version 8)• the continued development of the ERP system to meet the growing business needs• report writing • data analysis• systems testing• ad-hoc analysis as required• liaison with users at all levels both face to face and via phone/Skype

Who you are To be considered for interview as Business Systems Administrator, you must have the following:

• Strong proven SQL administration & SQL scripting skills• experience of running an ERP system, ideally in a manufacturing business• report writing experience (Crystal, SSRS) • data analysis skills• experience of working within a project team• an ability to work with people at all levels • excellent interpersonal, communication and report writing skills • a willingness to learn and develop• an ability to work under your own initiative as well as part of a team • great attention to detail with a logical, methodical approach• Java and BIRT knowledge or experience would be useful although not essential

Who are Gripple?We manufacture a patented range of wire joiners and tensioners sold internationally into the construction and agriculture markets. Our head office is in Sheffield where we have three world-class manufacturing sites and we have expanding sites in Strasbourg, Chicago and Delhi. We take pride in doing things differently; that is why we are a globally recognised brand and why we challenge over 500 employees across the world to stamp their own footprint on the ‘Gripple Spirit’.

Why we are differentYou will be joining a business that is owned by its employees. You will be expected to become a stakeholder in the business, which entitles, and indeed, requires you to challenge, offer ideas, take the initiative and contribute to positive change.

Get in touchIn the first instance, your CV and covering letter should be directed to Deborah King quoting job reference 685.If you have any further questions, not covered above please call Deborah on (Apply online only)